Product Overview
Grow your own Chia (Salvia hispanica), an ancient heirloom herb prized for its nutrient-rich seeds and attractive purple flowers. This fast-growing plant is easy to maintain and thrives in warm climates with full sun exposure. Chia is a versatile addition to any garden, suitable for raised beds, traditional garden plots, or container growing.
Key Features
- Fast-growing and easy to maintain, ideal for warm climates
- Requires full sun (6-8 hours daily) and is drought-tolerant
- Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies, supporting garden biodiversity
- Produces edible, nutrient-dense seeds
- Heirloom variety with green foliage and purple flowers
- Grows upright and bushy, reaching 3-4 feet tall
- Suitable for well-draining sandy or loamy soil
- Low to moderate watering needs
- Matures in 90-120 days
Growing Information
Chia thrives best in full sun and well-draining soil types like sandy or loamy soil. It is drought-resistant, requiring minimal watering once established. The plant grows upright with a bushy habit and reaches a height of 3 to 4 feet. Maturity is typically reached within 90 to 120 days, making it a relatively quick-growing herb. Its ability to attract pollinators makes it a beneficial addition to any garden ecosystem.